If the jar fits

Here's a hands-on matching activity using common objects around the house.

You'll Need

  • Various sized jars with lids

Time

10 minutes

Learning Stages

Unscrew caps from a dozen or so jars of different sizes and shapes.  Line the jars up and put the lids in a pile. Have your child match each lid to the correct jar. An alternative is to use various sizes of plastic food storage containers, if the lids are easy to put on.